YEAR FIVE DEBATING TEAM WORKSHOP

On Monday, 19 Febraury, the Year Five Debating Team attended a workshop at Singleton Heights Public School. The day was facilitated by Tony Davey and his two co-presenters, Charlie and Owen. All three are seasoned debaters and have participated at elite levels of competition. They shared their knowledge, tips and ideas with students from twelve Hunter Valley schools. Our students enjoyed the day and it was evident that even with a day of instruction and some time to practise, that their skills levels and confidence had grown.

SCONE PUBLIC SCHOOL Success For All 82 – 98 Liverpool Street, Scone NSW 2337 Phone: 6545 1049 Fax: 6545 3046 Email: scone-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au Website: www.scone-p.schools.nsw.edu.au

Term 1 Week 6 Tuesday 27 February 2018

DATES FOR THE CALENDAR

Tuesday 27 Feb P & C AGM 6PM Tuesday 6 Mar Hunter Swimming Monday 19 Mar Parent /Teacher Interviews Commence Monday 26 Mar School Photo Day Thursday 29 Mar Grandparents Day Friday 13 April Canberra Instalment Due $125

CANTEEN ROSTER

Term 1 Week 5

26 Feb Rachael J 27 Feb Rachael J 28 Feb Rachael J 01 Mar Liz C 02 Mar Sharon C Melinda Mc

Term 1 Week 6 05 Mar Rachael J 06 Mar Rachael J 07 Mar Rachael J 08 Mar Cassandra W 09 Mar Sharna S Peta H

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

Last week I was privileged to attend the Zone Swimming Carnival in Singleton and watch our students compete in various races throughout the day. Our students represented the school proudly and gave their all in each race. It was wonderful to see the team spirit and encouragement demonstrated by all students especially during the relay races. You can read more about the Zone results further in this newsletter. Last week all our staff completed training in Epilepsy Awareness and some staff trained in Emergency Medication for seizures. At SPS we have a number of students who have been diagnosed with Epilepsy and this training ensures that all staff is aware of what to do when anyone has a seizure. This is important information for anyone in our community as you may never know when you may come across someone who is having a seizure. For helpful information you can access Epilepsy Action Australia at https://www.epilepsy.org.au/about-epilepsy/

Deborah Fisher Principal

ASSEMBLY TIMES:

12.10PM K –Yr 2

2.00PM Yrs 3-6

Term 1 Week 5 Tuesday 27 February 2018

SUCCESS IN SINGLETON FOR SWIMMING Scone Public School students placed 1st, 2nd and 3rd in many events, and these ribbons will be presented at an assembly later this term. Of particular note were those students who qualified for the Hunter Regional Carnival in Maitland - Dusty B for the 11 Years Boys 50m freestyle, Jack F for the 12 Years Boys 50m freestyle, and the Senior Boys’ Relay team, made up of Jack F, Will C, Lachie B and Dusty B. All students swam their hearts out and supported each other throughout the day and we are very proud of their successes.

Anthea Shoesmith Swimming Co-ordinator

SRC INDUCTION ASSEMBLY

On Tuesday, 20 February the 2018 SRC representatives had the honour of being presented with their badges by Upper Hunter Mayor Wayne Bedggood and Mr Brian Drewe Principal of Scone High School. Amelia Meier, School Captain at SHS and an ex-student of SPS and Mayor Bedggood spoke inspiringly on the qualities of a good leader and the exciting opportunities that could arise when you try something new. The time they spent with us was greatly appreciated by all the student body. Miss Fisher spoke about the contributions that the SRC make to our school. It is a huge privilege for the Student Representative Council members to play such an important role in our school community and to be elected by their peers. They are all looking forward to representing the students of Scone Public School in 2018.

SRC Co-ordinators Mrs K Russ and Miss K Mateer

Our SRC representatives for 2018

Term 1 Week 5 Tuesday 27 February 2018

SCONE PUBLIC SCHOOL 2018 YOUTH PERFORMANCE POETRY COMPETITION We have a proud tradition of outstanding poetry performances produced annually by our students at our Youth Performance Poetry Competition. To encourage the love of language and poetry, students of Scone Public School are invited to enter the 2018 Scone Public School Youth Performance Poetry Competition.

The competition will be held on Wednesday, 4 April 2018 in the School Assembly Hall. Infants’ competition will take place in the morning session and the Primary entrants will perform from 12 noon on this day.

First, second and third place getters will be announced in each year group with all students who place first being invited to perform at the Muswellbrook and Upper Hunter Eisteddfod in Week 6, Term Two.

The sections will be as follows:

Individual performances Kindergarten, Year 1 and Year 2 - Free choice of poem OR Australian Poetry Individual performances Year 3 and Year 4 - Free choice of poem OR Australian Poetry Individual performances Year 5 and Year 6 - Free choice of poem OR Australian Poetry Group Performances Kindergarten, Year 1 and Year 2 - Free choice of poem OR Australian Poetry Group Performances - Year 3, Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6 - Free choice of poem OR Australian Poetry *Please note that the following time limits apply for each category; Free choice 2 minute limit and Australian poetry 5 minute time limit. A maximum of five entries only per year group in each section will be selected by classroom teachers after auditions have been held. All classes will also be participating by presenting a Choral Verse Speaking performance in this competition. If you have any questions or require any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me at the school.

Kind regards Nicole Borg

Competition Coordinator

HELP NEEDED…. There are several boxes of Coles – Sports for Schools vouchers in the office that need counting. Please feel free to come and grab a box. Your help will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you Vicky Schofield

COMMUNITY NEWS

SAVE THE DATE –UHSC TRANSISTION TO SCHOOL Thursday the 5 April 6:00pm – 8:30pm at the Upper Hunter Shire Council Administration Building. I am pleased to confirm that Child and Adolescent Psychologist, John Waring from John Waring and Associates will be our guest speaker for the evening. Other presenters include Janet Brown (Occupational Therapist) and All Areas Speech Pathology. This is a free event. Any further enquiries Contact Louise McRae Children’s Services Officer on 02) 6540 1151.

Term 1 Week 5 Tuesday 27 February 2018